The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He evaluates and tests cleaning appliances. His focus is on mopping and robot vacuum combinations. Multitaskers are a great option for those looking to take mopping off their to-do list. They have impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance, and some wash and refill their own mopping pads to give themselves a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other options on this list making it easier to navigate through tight corners and under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides one of my top navigation and object avoidance features I've seen in robot vacuums. It packs a powerful 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It will even return to the dock to top up its battery halfway through a clean.
It is very quick and does a great job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen, and hallways with just one sweep. The suction motor's 8,000pa is quick at picking up sand, dirt, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it comes into contact with rugs, and the two side brushes help pull away debris from corners.
The mopping performance is a little less impressive, though not by a lot. The mop rotates quickly and uses 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is useful for getting into tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to collect larger pieces of debris, like books and broken toys.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've used.
robot vacuum reviews is quieter and doesn't create as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it must use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It's simple to set up and is effective, but this is something that you'll have to keep an eye on in case you're purchasing this vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums that mop in its class. It is a powerful cleaning machine with a variety of features.
The device comes with an extremely powerful and impressive cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map the home and identify furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean effectively and efficiently. This ensures a thorough and consistent clean, while also being relatively quick.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach many different surfaces. They can reach corners or baseboards, as well as other difficult-to-access spots. The side brush can be stretched out to reach the floor close to the walls or other fixtures. The mop pads are washable and dry to eliminate odors and stop buildup.
Another noteworthy feature is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the amount of suction and select between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which will determine the speed at which it can move around your home.
vacuum bot can also disable the side brush in order to avoid damaging carpets and carpets.
This device is expensive but has many smart features. However, it's important to keep in mind that it has regular costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For instance, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hours, and mop pads should be changed every three month.
This robot vacuum that mops is rated highly on Amazon and includes a broad array of physical automation features. The vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' and a 'Home button to send it back home after cleaning. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank to mop and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or someone who just wants an organized home that doesn't require hours doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a excellent choice. Its incredibly fast performance, sophisticated navigation and long battery life allow you to maintain a clean house with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that is, it can do both vacuuming and mopping. It has two modules: a combined dry bin and reservoir of water, and a separate mopping unit with microfiber pads that snap into and out of position. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming may appear a bit dated, but they do mean you don't have to think about changing bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its best feature was its accurate floorplan, which it uses to determine a route when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture carpets, rugs and other obstacles. The app also offers the option to set "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers that help to keep certain areas of your home from being scrubbed with mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of collecting hair from pets. It was able to collect a lot of the hair that shed by our cats, and even got into some of the nooks and crannies of our stairs where other robots struggled. It was quiet and even had some nice jingles that signalled when it was about to start or finishing its work.
The biggest flaws were its simple app and the necessity to change out the modules whenever switching between mopping and vacuuming. The app can't hold multiple maps, which can be a pain for homes with multiple floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those looking for an intelligent robot that is capable of vacuuming and mopping.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robotic vacuum that is able to mop in our review, however it has some distinctive features that make it worth a look. The X1 Omni's main draw is its huge dock, which doubles as a charging base as well as housing for two 4-liter water tanks, a cleaning sink as well as the 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically eliminates.
The base also has a number of control buttons that let you manually start a cleaning job, recall the robot, or use the dock's automatic emptying process. Press two of the buttons to turn off the child lock, which is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path. It will stay clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
The X1 can be prone to get stuck if it is entangled in a blockage, such as a power cable draped over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. Although this is not a common occurrence, it was a frustrating experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni doesn't have a "stuck" status alert in its application.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You'll need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad however, the mopping pad isn't cleaned or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame), who created its sleek modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant contrast to the basic black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. It's also an excellent choice for the market that is dominated by boxy units.